Art & Architecture in Locarno
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The Piazza Grande is the heart of Locarno`s city centre. In the old town, patrician houses with concealed balconies bear witness to the supremacy of this once-wealthy trading metropolis. The Casa Rusca Gallery is one of Locarno`s most beautiful palaces: its huge collection includes works by celebrated Dadaists. Galleries, shops and cafés line the lanes of this city which boasts the mildest climate in Switzerland. Locarno`s landmark is the pilgrimage church of Madonna del Sasso - a place of prayer with extraordinary views over the lake and mountains.
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- Ente turistico Lago Maggiore
Largo Zorzi 1
Casella postale
6600 Locarno
Tel. +41 (0)91 791 00 91
Fax +41 (0)91 785 19 41
buongiorno@maggiore.ch
www.maggiore.ch